Haunted attractions range from brief indoor walkthroughs with actor scares to sprawling outdoor scream parks featuring multiple mazes and hayrides. Age appropriateness, wait times, and ticket structures vary widely between seasonal pop-ups and year-round entertainment venues. A map marker shows you where the venue is, but it will not tell you if a site offers family-friendly no-scare hours or intense, full-contact scares.
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The Haunted Trail of Balboa Park
Balboa Dr & Juniper Rd, San Diego, CA 92101
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Fright Nights at AleSmith
9990 AleSmith Ct Dock 19, San Diego, CA 92126
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Haunted Hotel Disturbance
Camino Del Rio North &, Mission Center Rd, San Diego, CA 92108
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Haunted Hotel
1288 Camino del Rio N, San Diego, CA 92108-1511
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Monster Manor
8235 Mira Mesa Blvd, San Diego, CA 92126-2603
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Good to know
Are haunted houses suitable for young children?
Most traditional haunted houses are designed for teenagers and adults due to intense scares, loud noises, and graphic visuals. However, some venues offer daytime 'lights-on' tours or dedicated family hours with milder scares. Check the venue's age recommendations before purchasing tickets for kids.
How much do haunted house tickets usually cost?
Single-attraction entry typically ranges from $15 to $30 per person, while multi-attraction scream parks can cost $40 or more. Fast-pass or VIP options to skip the main queue often add $10 to $20 to the standard ticket price.
What happens if it rains on the night of my ticket?
Indoor haunted houses usually operate rain or shine, but outdoor mazes, trail walks, and hayrides may close for safety during bad weather. Many venues allow you to reschedule your ticket for another night if an outdoor event is rained out, though refund policies vary.